Middleton Road is in Waterloo, Liverpool and in Sefton district. L22 4RJ is located in the Church electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bootle. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Middleton Road, Waterloo, Liverpool, L22 4RJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: L22 4RD, L22 4RB, L22 4RA, L22 4RL, L22 4QT, L22 4RH, L22 4QR, L22 4RS, L22 4RN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding L22 4RJ has a slightly higher male population, with 52.7% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.4% | 47.3% | -6.1% | 51.0% | -3.7% |
| Male | 46.6% | 52.7% | 6.1% | 49.0% | 3.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around L22 4RJ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 52.2% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 45.2% | 52.2% | 7.0% | 37.9% | 14.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.2% | 34.4% | -5.8% | 44.2% | -9.8% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 2.4% | -0.8% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 6.4% | 6.7% | 0.3% | 9.1% | -2.4% |
| Widowed | 5% | 4.3% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 57.3% | 46.3% | -11.0% | 48.4% | -2.1% |
| Good health | 28.3% | 33.9% | 5.6% | 33.6% | 0.3% |
| Fair health | 9% | 13.6% | 4.6% | 12.7% | 0.9% |
| Bad health | 4.7% | 3.3% | -1.4% | 4.0% | -0.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 2.9% | 2.2% | 1.2% | 1.7% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20.5% | 13.9% | -6.6% | 18.2% | -4.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.4% | 7.2% | -9.2% | 9.6% | -2.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.9% | 19.6% | 2.7% | 13.4% | 6.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 5.7% | 1.1% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.4% | 20.1% | 3.7% | 16.9% | 3.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.3% | 33% | 9.7% | 33.8% | -0.8% |
| Other | 1.8% | 0.5% | -1.3% | 2.8% | -2.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.9% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Other Asian | 1.1% | 1.2% | 0.1% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
| Black African | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96.4% | 95.9% | -0.5% | 81.4% | 14.5% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 92.1% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 96.1% | 92.1% | -4.0% | 83.2% | 8.9% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 4.5% | 3.1% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 2.5% | 1.4% | 5.6% | -3.1% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.7% | 92.5% | -3.2% | 83.2% | 9.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 7.1% | 6.4% | 9.8% | -2.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90% | 76.7% | 13.3% |
| Ireland | 2.5% | 0.6% | 1.9% |
| No passport held | 7.5% | 13.5% | -6.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34% | 37.2% | -3.2% |
| Christian | 59.3% | 46.2% | 13.1% |
| Hindu | 1.2% | 1.7% | -0.5% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Middleton Road was 3.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 96.6% lower than the Church average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Middleton Road has the lowest crime rate of 56 local areas in Church and the 11th lowest crime rate of 929 local areas in Sefton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -89.3%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 62% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Middleton Road, Liverpool, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £186,000 | 2022-11-25 | £200,694 |
| 26 Middleton Road, Liverpool, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2022-02-24 | £221,904 |
| 18 Middleton Road, Liverpool, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2021-08-12 | £236,297 |
| 20 Middleton Road, Liverpool, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £184,000 | 2020-11-20 | £238,065 |
| 28 Middleton Road, Liverpool, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2020-02-14 | £228,692 |
L22 4RJ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 93 |
| Retired | 38 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 24 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Education | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenacre Community Nursery School Province Place , L20 6PJ | 3out of 4 | 3,261 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambridge Nursery School Cambridge Road , Bootle L20 9LQ | 3out of 4 | 4,946 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waterloo Primary School Crosby Road North , Waterloo L22 0LD | 3out of 4 | 447 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Church of England Primary School Denmark Street , Waterloo L22 9RG | 3out of 4 | 926 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edmund's and St Thomas' Catholic Primary School Oxford Road , Waterloo L22 8QF | 3out of 4 | 990 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Crosby Catholic Primary School The Northern Road , Sefton L23 2RQ | 3out of 4 | 1,166 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Primary School Ford Close , Litherland L21 0EP | 3out of 4 | 1,252 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sacred Heart Catholic College Liverpool Road , Crosby L23 5TF | 2out of 4 | 1,263 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chesterfield High School Chesterfield Road , Crosby L23 9YB | 3out of 4 | 1,706 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Litherland High School Sterrix Lane , Litherland L21 0DB | 2out of 4 | 2,371 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's Church of England High School St Michael's Road , L23 7UL | 3out of 4 | 2,439 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Family Catholic High School Virgins Lane , Thornton L23 4UL | 3out of 4 | 2,555 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hugh Baird College Balliol Road , L20 7EW | - not rated | 4,777 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Merchant Taylors' Boys' School Liverpool Road , Crosby L23 0QP | - not rated | 619 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| St. Mary's College Everest Road , Crosby L23 5TW | - not rated | 1,113 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Merchant Taylors' Girls' School Liverpool Road , L23 5SP | - not rated | 1,241 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Crosby High School De Villiers Avenue , Crosby L23 2TH | 3out of 4 | 2,019 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| IMPACT Daleacre Campus , Daleacre Drive L30 2QQ | 3out of 4 | 2,283 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age Concern | Waterloo United Free Church, Crosby Road North | 441 yd | |
| San Ting Yun | 45 Crosby Road North | 453 yd | |
| The Workshop | 47 Crosby Road North | 453 yd | |
| Hampsons Waterloo | 43 Crosby Road North | 454 yd | |
| Waterloo United Free Church | Waterloo United Free Church, 16 Crosby Road North | 457 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Faith's Parish Hall | St Faiths Parochial Hall, Milton Road | 218 yd | |
| The Old Tap | 40 Crosby Road North | 407 yd | |
| Ferndale Lodge | Ferndale Lodge, 15 Crosby Road North | 520 yd | |
| The Liver Hotel | 137 South Road | 596 yd | |
| Waterloo Lawn Tennis Club | Waterloo Tennis Club, Park Road | 635 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yungs Fish Bar | 42 Stuart Road | 92 yd | |
| Mikes Chip Shop | 53 Stuart Road | 288 yd | |
| Fongs Hot Food | 61 Crosby Road North | 452 yd | |
| Da Mount Gurkha | 71 Crosby Road North | 455 yd | |
| Pullman Jacks Kitchen | 86 St Johns Road | 532 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland Foods Plc | 70-76 South Road | 844 yd | |
| Co-op | 20 Brighton Road | 918 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Chaffers Playing Fields (Closed) Glenwyllin Road | athletics tracks | 406 yd |
| Sacred Heart Catholic College (Lower Site) ANNEXE ANNEXE MYERS ROAD EAST | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 481 yd |
| Merchant Taylors' School LIVERPOOL ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 642 yd |
| Energie Fitness Club (Liverpool Waterloo) (Closed) South Road | health and fitness suite | 686 yd |
| Tiersco Gym ST. JOHNS ROAD | health and fitness suite | 686 yd |
| Waterloo Methodist Church BIRCHDALE ROAD | 774 yd | |
| Sacred Heart Catholic College (Upper Site) LIVERPOOL ROAD | 871 yd | |
| Brookvale Playing Fields BROOK VALE | grass pitches | 910 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 227.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.